
*Burrito
Many of you will know we send weekly updates to the fur-Mums and Dads of the pets in our care in an effort to keep the family connected while they find a new, safe place to live away from their abuser. This is part of an update Mikayla, one of our fabulous Shelter Attendants, sent to *Burrito's human mum:
"Dear Mum
I am doing well, I am staying in a suite all to myself. The staff said they didn’t want me getting stressed around the noisy dogs and wanted to monitor me closely because of my [medical condition]*. I’m happy with that.
I have a nice, cosy bed with my pillowcase on it which is always kept warm cause the floor is heated morning and night! I have my water in a ceramic bowl and get my food in a slow feeder, box, or kong. It keeps me entertained which I love!
I know you’re not with me, but it smells like you are, as they spray your perfume on my bedding. I get lots of cuddles from all the staff and they care for me very much. I do miss you, I call out every day, but I know we will see each other soon.
Love Burrito"
*Condition retracted to help keep this pet and his family anonymous.
Letter from reunited families

"They’re not just cats. They’re our family.
That’s what made Pet Refuge so special – they understood that. They were a dedicated support for the pets. Once we got them into Pet Refuge, I felt like I could breathe again knowing they were safe, warm, and cared for. They even had their birthdays while they were there.
I’ll never forget the support Pet Refuge gave us. In the middle of so much chaos, they kept our cats safe so that our family could stay together" - *Maddy
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